Dr. Antonio Flores
DVM, President of Cornerstone Veterinary Services, INC.
Dr. Flores is the owner and senior veterinarian at Bearss Animal Clinic, providing veterinary care to Tampa, FL. He was born and raised in Puerto Rico. As a child and growing up, he bred various types of animals, such as poultry, parakeets, parrots, horses, goats, rabbits, and fish. Upon graduating from high school, he moved to Iowa, where he pursued his degree in veterinary medicine from Iowa State University, ultimately graduating in the year 1990. After graduation, Dr. Flores began his veterinary career in Des Moines, Iowa, where he worked for two years. In 1992, he moved to the Tampa Bay area, where he has been practicing ever since.
As mentioned previously, Dr. Flores has always owned and cared for animals, even as a small child. This intensified his interest in animal husbandry and animal welfare. His Dachshund, Wendy, died of parvo when he was eight years old. After suffering the loss of Wendy, he became determined to help sick and suffering animals.
Dr. Flores is currently a general medicine practitioner. He concentrates mainly on canine and feline medicine. At Bearss Animal Clinic, Dr. Flores performs surgeries and concentrates on preventive and internal medicine. He also performs allergy testing and routine dental procedures. His main interest is in the use of the companion laser. This state-of-the-art laser technology allows him to treat various medical conditions without the use of drugs. He is certified with the American Institute of Medical Laser Applications, and he continues to learn of more ways to offer medical treatments without the use of drugs.
Dr. Flores is married and has two adult children. As a family they enjoy camping, traveling, cruising, and taking care of the pets at home. The family has an 11-month-old French Bulldog named Penelope Faye. She is currently being trained to fill the paws of her 14-year-old predecessor, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge this past December. They also have two clinic cats, Misita & Archibald, who roam the hospital halls to keep things running smoothly. At home, they have two other cats: Clara Rose and Serafina Marie.

Dr. Flores has always enjoyed having birds. He particularly enjoys breeding American Canary singers. The family as a whole enjoys raising chickens; at the practice, you may hear the sounds of birds singing or chickens clucking. You just might even hear a rooster singing!
See Why Lutz Trusts Us With Their Pets
Nearly 30 years of hands-on experience, a genuine love for animals, and a team that treats every patient like family. Call Bearss Animal Hospital today at 813-961-1222, or request an appointment online.
